The Leadership Secrets of Santa Claus

I wanted to share a wonderful “leadership” book called The Leadership Secrets of Santa Claus by Eric Harvey, David Cottrell, Al Lucia and Mike Hourigan. This is a short book that is quick to read and hits every important concept on how to lead and build better organizations!

The best part of the book is that it’s fun, yet extremely well thought out and comprehensive. The title and format are creative, yet the book doesn’t present the content in a childlike story. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this book! It’s available by calling 972-243-8863 (The Walk the Talk Company), or through Amazon.com.

The Leadership Secrets of Santa Claus: How To Get Big Things Done In YOUR “Workshop” All Year Long

Build A Wonderful Workshop

Make the Mission the Main Thing

Focus On Your People As Well As Your Purpose

Let Values Be Your Guide

Choose Your Reindeer Wisely

Hire Tough So You Can Manage Easy

Promote the Right Ones, For The Right Reasons

Go For the Diversity Advantage

Make A List & Check It Twice

Plan Your Work

Work Your Plan

Make the Most Of What You Have

Listen to the Elves

Open Your Ears to Participation

Pay Attention to How You’re Perceived

Walk Awhile In THEIR Shoes

Get Beyond the Red Wagons

Help Everyone Accept the Reality of Change

Remember: The Customer Is Really In Charge

Teach “The Business” of the Business

Share the Milk & Cookies

Help Them See The Difference They Make

Do Right By Those Who Do Right

Expand The Reinforcement Possibilities

Find Out Who’s Naughty & Nice

Confront Performance Problems Early

Coach “The Majority In The Middle”

Don’t Forget “The Super Stars”

Be Good for Goodness Sake

Set The Example

Establish Guidelines & Accountability

Remember That Everyone Counts

Be good for goodness sake – not just when you think Santa’s watching either. By setting the example at the top, the elves learn what is acceptable in matters of ethics and integrity.